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One of my favorite moments at a wedding is when the groom first sees his bride.  Many times the groom eyes light up and will have a grin to stretch from cheek to cheek.  Sometimes, I’ll the groom will even shed tears of joy.  Other times they are fighting back the tears.  During Amy and Rob’s wedding, Rob’s expression says it all.  Amy looked absolutely G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S!  They celebrate their nuptials at the quaint Villa Royale Inn in Palm Springs amongst family and friends.  Thank you Amy and Rob for choosing me to be part of your big day!

 

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Melissa + James ~ Engagement Session

February 13, 2011 at 5:57 am

Loved, loved, loved capturing the LOVE between Melissa and James.  They are just too cute together.  For their session we traveled to Silent Valley, near Idyllwild, to take some photographs at their “secret” spot.  Afterwards, we ended up taking photos throughout the area because  it was just so beautiful.  I have been there before during the summer but couldn’t believe how different  it looks this time of year.  Melissa and James are both musicians and volunteer their talent at their church.  That is how they met and their relationship grew as they served the Lord.  So I  couldn’t resist capturing them creating some lovely tunes.  Thank you Melissa & James and I can’t wait for your wedding!

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Family Portrait Sessions

October 4, 2010 at 4:21 pm

Happy Monday!  Hooray Fall is here!   In order to celebrate the start of a new season, I wanted to let you know about the Fall Family Portrait Special.  The special includes the session + CD of images at a really great price.  Please see attached image for more details. Offer ends November 30th.  Space is limited.  Offer ends November 30th.


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Well, she arrived quite a bit ago, but I am just now posting the pics of Robert and Letty’s beautiful baby girl.  She was 13 days new when we captured her first portraits.  Isn’t she a doll?  Thank you Robert and Letty for choosing me to capture your lovely family.

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Haiti Benefit

August 27, 2010 at 3:12 pm

Grace Chapel Indio is partnering with Churches Helping Churches, a non-profit organization dedicated to going around the globe to train pastors and build churches. Churches Helping Churches is currently in Haiti training pastors and building churches.  Grace Chapel is hosting a benefit in support of this cause.  The event will include live bands, fine art, photography and a live graffiti artist.  Proceeds from the the event will go directly to an organization.  For information click here.

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This is by far my most favorite maternity session to date.  Robert, surprised his wife Lety with a maternity and baby portrait package for mother’s day.  What a thoughtful gift!  At that time, Lety was in her eighth month of pregnancy.  But, I couldn’t tell.  She looked absolutely radiant!  Well, their maternity session took place on a Wednesday and I got the news that she delivered a perfect healthy baby girl on the following Saturday!  3 days later!  Pics of the newborn session will follow.

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This was the Zepeda’s first, yes first family portrait.  They shared that they have taken snapshots of the family but wanted a professional portrait that included their daughter and her family.  During their session we took some traditional family portraits but we also had some fun getting some other shots as well.  During the session, the eldest daughter said “I don’t remember family portraits being this way”.  I giggled because that exactly the experience I wanted them to remember.  I wanted them to experience something fun and memorable.  Hopefully, this won’t be their last family portrait.

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Love Letter ~ Oceanside Photographer

June 25, 2010 at 4:47 am

Betty and Andy celebrated their 10th Wedding Anniversary at a ocean front home in beautiful Oceanside.  They each wrote a heart felt letter to one another and shared it in the presence of their family.  Their words were so moving, many tears of joy were shed by those surrounding them.  They culminated the love letter ceremony with a dinner reception catered by her father and a surprise serenade from Andy to his wife.  I felt so honored capturing this intimate moment.  Congratulations Betty and Andy on your marriage!  May you be blessed with many more years together.


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James celebrated his 40th birthday at one of my favorite venues in Palm Springs, the Viceroy.  He invited 20 of his closest friends for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and of course food.  One requirement he asked all his guests was to wear white in order to capture timeless photographs that would not be aged by the current wardrobe trends.  The result was an evening that was intimate, fresh, and fun.  Hope you had a fabulous birthday James!

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I recently photographed Melissa at the beautiful SilverRock Resort .  The resort is nestled within the Santa Rosa Mountains and makes a beautiful backdrop for portraits.  If you are planning a wedding or event definitely check out this location.  I had a wonderful time getting to know Melissa and capturing her radiant smile.  Here are some of my favorites from her session.  Congrats Melissa!

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